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Voltage Gate
FAILDevice output type must match generator output.
240V required -> 120V available
No — voltage mismatch between the RIVER 3 and a Clothes Dryer
Hard no: this device is 240V only, and the generator does not supply that output.
- • Voltage mismatch: device needs 240V, generator output is 120V.
Power Margin Analysis
300W / 600W Capacity Running 5861W short
6161W required
Surge 5561W short
6161W required
Decision Gate Waterfall
Same decision gates as the engine: voltage, running, surge. Runtime is shown as operational context.
Blocking reason: voltage mismatch. Downstream gates are paused until voltage is compatible.
2
Running Gate
N/AContinuous draw with safety buffer applied.
Blocked by voltage mismatch.
3
Surge Gate
N/AStartup peak with safety buffer applied.
Blocked by voltage mismatch.
4
Runtime Insight
INFORuntime context only. It does not change the electrical compatibility verdict.
N/A due to voltage mismatch.
Power bars show required versus available output for each gate.
See generators that pass nativelyDecision Snapshot
Quick compatibility, required headroom, and model-specific context at a glance.
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300W
Running Power
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245Wh
Capacity
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Est. Runtime
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110W
Solar Input
Quick Compatibility Check
- 1 Voltage: needs 240V, generator outputs 120V.
- 2 Fix: only a generator with 240V split-phase output will work.
- 3 Wattage cannot solve a voltage mismatch.
What To Do Instead
- 1 Voltage mismatch: The Electric Clothes Dryer requires 240V output. The RIVER 3 provides 120V only — no amount of extra wattage can fix this.
- 2 What you need: A power station or generator with 240V split-phase output and at least 6161W continuous / 6161W surge.
- 3 Compatible alternative: The Delta Pro Ultra X (12000W continuous, 120V/240V) meets this device's voltage and wattage requirements.
Model-Specific Results
0 of 3 models are SAFE or TIGHT. Most demanding model: GE GTD38EASWWS (5,600W surge).
| Model | Running | Surge | Verdict | Runtime | Source |
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| Samsung DVE45T3200W | 5,300W | 5,300W | Voltage Fail | — | OEM Manual |
Show expert analysisTechnical: **Running load:** 5300 W. **Surge:** 5300 W. Requires 240V split-phase. No additional inrush current observed beyond steady-state draw. Your power station must sustain 5300 W continuous output at 240V. Field note: Verify your power station's 240V receptacle is rated for sustained 5300 W loads. Undersized outlets or inverters will trip under this continuous draw. Can I run this dryer on a portable power station? Only if your power source provides 240V split-phase output and can supply 5300W continuous and 5300W surge. Most consumer units lack this capacity. | |||||
| GE GTD38EASWWS | 5,600W | 5,600W | Voltage Fail | — | OEM Manual |
Show expert analysisTechnical: **Running load:** 5600 W continuous at 240V. **Surge:** 5600 W (no motor spike observed). Requires split-phase 240V output. Most portable power stations provide 120V only. Field note: Confirm your power station supports split-phase 240V before attempting connection. Single 120V outlets cannot supply this appliance. Can I run this dryer on a portable power station? Only if your power source provides 240V split-phase output and can supply 5600W continuous and 5600W surge. Capacity must exceed 5600 Wh for one full cycle. | |||||
| LG DLEX4000W | 4,784W | 4,784W | Voltage Fail | — | OEM Manual |
Show expert analysisTechnical: **Running load:** 4784W at 240V split-phase. **Surge:** 4784W (resistive heating element, no motor surge). Requires a power station capable of continuous 240V output at this wattage. Field note: Verify your power station can sustain 4784W continuously on 240V. Many portable units lack the required voltage configuration or sustained wattage capacity. Can I run this dryer on a portable power station? Only if your power source provides 240V split-phase output and can supply 4784W continuous and 4784W surge. | |||||
How This Pairing Performs Across Our Database
This unit is outside the compatible set; 3 of 33 generators pass SAFE/TIGHT for this device.
How Electric Clothes Dryer Performs Across 33 Tested Generators
3 of 33 generators are SAFE+TIGHT for Electric Clothes Dryer.
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Safe+Tight
Safe 1 (3%)
Tight 2 (6%)
Fail 2 (6%)
Voltage Fail 28 (85%)
Power Comparison: EcoFlow RIVER 3 vs Top Alternatives for Electric Clothes Dryer
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Voltage Fail
Current unit
Running 300W
Surge 600W
Fit class uses buffered needs (running and surge) for this device.
Specs & Surge Analysis
Large Appliances
Electric Clothes Dryer
Clothes Drying Cycle
Select Your Model:
5600W
Running
5600W
Surge
240V
Required
True Surge™ Analysis
Safety Buffer: +10% Running Power Usage 2054% Utilization
6161W required 300W Capacity
5861W short
Surge/Startup Peak 1027% Utilization
6161W required 600W Capacity
5561W short
Voltage Match 240V ↔ 120V ✕
Startup Surge Visual
Startup Surge
Electric Clothes Dryer vs RIVER 3
Startup surge exceeds the power station limit. A soft starter may resolve the surge gap.
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Before You Buy: Connection Check
High-voltage device
This device typically needs 240V split-phase or a hardwired connection. Most portable stations are 120V-only. Verify the plug type and voltage on the device label/manual before purchase.
Compatible Alternatives to RIVER 3
These generators meet Electric Clothes Dryer's voltage, running, and surge requirements.
Best Value 
Delta Pro Ultra X
12000W • 6144Wh
Runtime at your load
~0.8h
Capacity Fit Fixed 6144Wh
Lowest capacity that still clears surge + running load.
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Generator Insights
The 600W surge rating can handle typical startup loads from small compressor-driven appliances like mini fridges and air tools. It can support motor-driven devices that require momentary inrush current during ignition. At 245Wh total capacity, expect limited runtime on continuous loads near the 300W ceiling.
LFP chemistry provides stable operation under load cycling. The unit accommodates brief inrush events up to 600W for equipment startup. Source: EcoFlow RIVER 3 User Manual v1.0 (manufacturer documentation).
Technical Analysis
Spec-Based • No GuaranteesTechnical Breakdown
Running load: 5600W at 240V. Surge: 5600W (resistive heating element + drum motor, no significant inrush). Requires 240V split-phase output. Every portable power station in our database outputs 120V single-phase only, making this device incompatible regardless of wattage capacity.
Expected Behavior
Operates for approximately 1 hour per drying cycle, consuming 5,600 Wh per load. The sustained 5,600W draw at 240V exceeds both the voltage and wattage capacity of every consumer portable power station we test.
Field Note
An electric clothes dryer is not a realistic portable power station load. The 240V split-phase requirement alone eliminates every consumer portable unit. For outage laundry drying, a gas dryer runs its drum motor on 120V (only the igniter and controls need electricity — typically under 400W). Alternatively, air-drying or using a portable fan with a drying rack is the zero-infrastructure solution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the EcoFlow RIVER 3 power a Clothes Dryer?
No. The Electric Clothes Dryer requires 240V output, but the EcoFlow RIVER 3 provides 120V only. No amount of extra wattage can fix a voltage mismatch — you need a power source with 240V split-phase output.
How long will the RIVER 3 run a Clothes Dryer?
No reliable runtime estimate — this pairing is not compatible. The EcoFlow RIVER 3 cannot safely power the Electric Clothes Dryer. See compatible alternatives above for power stations that meet this device's requirements.
Efficiency Hack: Large appliances like the Electric Clothes Dryer cycle on and off. To maximize the 0 hours of runtime, try to minimize how often you open the device or introduce heat loads.
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Technical Sourcing & Verification
ID: ecoflow-river-3-electric-clothes-dryer 🏛️ Device Data Source
Engineering Est. Safety Factor Applied
Derived from variant list (max of variants). Running worst case = GE GTD38EASWWS (5600W). Surge = running (resistive heating element — no motor inrush).
⚡ Generator Specs Source
OEM Verified
EcoFlow RIVER 3 User Manual (2024-09-11)
Methodology informed by US Department of Energy (DOE) & EIA references where applicable.
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